Feng Shui or The Rudiments of Natural Science in China is a book written by Ernest J. Eitel that explores the ancient Chinese practice of Feng Shui. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of Feng Shui, which is a system of arranging living spaces in a way that promotes harmony and balance with the natural environment. Eitel delves into the history of Feng Shui, tracing its origins back to ancient China and exploring how it has evolved over time. He also provides practical advice on how to apply ...
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Feng Shui or The Rudiments of Natural Science in China is a book written by Ernest J. Eitel that explores the ancient Chinese practice of Feng Shui. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of Feng Shui, which is a system of arranging living spaces in a way that promotes harmony and balance with the natural environment. Eitel delves into the history of Feng Shui, tracing its origins back to ancient China and exploring how it has evolved over time. He also provides practical advice on how to apply Feng Shui principles to modern living spaces, including tips on furniture placement, color selection, and the use of natural materials. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating practice and its potential benefits for improving the quality of life.1873. This is a short monograph about Feng Shui, the principle of humanity being in balance with its surroundings. Eitel, a missionary, who took a post in China, first brought Feng Shui to the attention of the western world over a century ago. Because of his Christian doctrine, Eitel is somewhat dismissive of Chinese culture, but he grudgingly admits that there may be some grain of truth in Feng Shui. Contents: The Laws of Nature; The Numerical Proportions of Nature; The Breath of Nature; The Forms and Outlines of Nature; and The History and Literature of Feng-shui. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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